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Below is an alphabetical list of widely used and repeated proverbial phrases. If known, their origins are noted. A proverbial phrase or expression is a type of conventional saying similar to a proverb and transmitted by oral tradition.
Originally an alchemical reference to the dead head or worthless residue left over from a reaction. Also used to refer to a freeloader or worthless element. Caritas Christi: The love of Christ: It implies a command to love as Christ loved. Motto of St. Francis Xavier High School located in West Meadowlark Park, Edmonton. Caritas Christi urget nos
The specific phrasing "with great power comes great responsibility" evolved from Spider-Man's first appearance in the 1962 Amazing Fantasy #15, written by Stan Lee.It is not spoken by any character, but instead appears in a narrative caption of the comic book's last panel: [21] [22] [23]
Funny Irish sayings. As you slide down the bannister of life, may the splinters never point the wrong way. There are only two kinds of people in this world: The Irish and those who wish they were.
It always feels great to discard your old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until 10 or 20 years later, when you're browsing an antique store or online auction site ...
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To express indefinite postponement, you might say that an event is deferred "to the [Greek] Calends" (see Latin). A less common expression used to point out someone's wishful thinking is Αν η γιαγιά μου είχε καρούλια, θα ήταν πατίνι ("If my grandmother had wheels she would be a skateboard").
60 Perfect Valentine’s Day Quotes Bettmann via Getty Images. When you feel strongly about someone, it can be difficult to find the right words to say, ...